Seth's POV I sneered at Evelyn, my eyes raking over her face with contempt. "Well, isn't it convenient that you're here, Evelyn?" I spat, my voice dripping with sarcasm. "I'm sure it had nothing to do with your... charms. We wouldn't need to rely on beauty to win projects, would we?"My words were a deliberate jab, implying that Evelyn had used her looks to secure the deal with Dylan. I knew it was a low blow, but I was beyond caring. I was hurt, angry, and resentful, and I wanted to lash out at someone.But before I could even process what was happening, Dylan's face darkened with fury, and he narrowed his gaze on me and I could see the warning look in his eyes, daring me to continue. He was definitely the bane of my existence. I could feel Dylan's cold gaze but I ignored him. I was too far gone to care about any of that. The moment I saw Evelyn with Dylan, I was burning in rage. Evelyn's eyes flashed with indignation as she scoffed at me. "I'm not an object to be traded for benef
Dylan's POV Stepping out of the villa, the cool night air enveloped me, a welcome respite from the tension that had been building inside. I could feel Seth's eyes on me, boring into my skin like a challenge. I didn't need to turn around to know that he was following me.As I reached the car, I turned to face him, my eyes locking onto his. I could see the fear lurking in their depths, a fear that he was trying to mask with a bravado he didn't quite possess. I had known Seth for a long time, had watched him grow from a spoiled, entitled young man into a...well, into a slightly more refined version of the same.I had also been aware of his relationship with Evelyn, had watched from afar as he had repeatedly hurt and betrayed her. And in my eyes, Seth was unworthy of being a future Alpha, both in ability and character. He lacked the strength, the wisdom, and the compassion that a true leader needed. And as for his treatment of Evelyn...well, that was simply unforgivable.I gazed at Seth,
Evelyn's PoVI leaned in close to Dylan, my voice barely above a whisper. "We should go now," I said, my eyes locked on him. He nodded in agreement, and together we turned to walk away, hand in hand.As we strolled away from the villa, I could feel Seth's eyes on us, burning with anger and resentment. I knew he wouldn't take this lying down, and I was right. Suddenly, he rushed forward, his hands grasping for me like a desperate, crazed animal.But I was ready for him. With a swift and effortless motion, I flipped him over my shoulder, using his momentum against him. Seth landed with a thud on the ground, stunned and dazed.I stood over him, my chest heaving slightly with exertion, and gazed down at him with a mixture of disgust and pity. This foolish, ridiculous man, who thought he could just grab me and pull me back into his toxic orbit. I shook my head, a small smile playing on my lips.Dylan stood beside me, a smile spreading across his face as he watched Seth struggle to get to h
Dylan's POV I sat behind my desk, my eyes scanning the sleek, modern lines of my office. The morning sunlight streamed in through the floor-to-ceiling windows, casting a warm glow over the room. I could feel the hum of excitement building in my chest, the anticipation of a new challenge, a new project that would push me to my limits.Today was the launch day for the new territory development project, a massive undertaking that would require every ounce of skill, strategy, and leadership I possessed. I was ready, though. I had spent months preparing for this moment, assembling a team of experts, negotiating with stakeholders, and refining my vision for the project.I turned to my assistant, a poised and efficient young woman who had been with me for years. "Has the team from Jupiter Pack arrived?" I asked, my voice crisp and businesslike.My assistant nodded, her eyes flicking to the clock on the wall. "Yes, sir. They're already waiting in the meeting room. Shall I show them in?"I no
Dylan's POV Finally done with work for the day, I stepped out of the building, I was immediately struck by the commotion that had gathered outside. A crowd of onlookers had assembled, their faces filled with a mixture of curiosity and concern.They were all staring at Seth, their faces filled with a mixture of disgust and disdain. One of them, a tall, imposing figure with a sneer on his face, couldn't resist making a sarcastic remark."Well, well, well," he said, his voice dripping with contempt. "Looks like we've got a real stand-up guy here. Leaving a pregnant woman to cry on the sidewalk. Heartless, much?"But Seth just ignored the comment, his face expressionless as he turned and walked away. He left Veronica behind, still crying and pleading with him to come back.I watched as Seth disappeared into the crowd. He didn't look back, didn't even flinch as the crowd continued to jeer and catcall. I turned my attention back to Veronica, who was still standing on the sidewalk, her eye
Evelyn's POV As I stepped into my room, I couldn't shake off the turmoil that had been brewing inside me. The conversation with Dylan had left me feeling unsettled, but it was more than that. It was as if the floodgates of my memories had been opened, and the pain and fear of my past came rushing back.I felt like I was transported back to that fateful night in high school, the night that had changed my life forever. The memories I had tried so hard to bury deep within my heart came flooding back - the feeling of being overpowered, the pain, the fear, and the helplessness.Remembering the days that followed, the darkness that had consumed me, and the depression that had threatened to destroy me. I had thought I had long buried those memories, but now they seemed to be rising up like a specter, haunting me once again.I felt my breath catch in my throat as I tried to calm myself down. But it was no use. The memories kept flooding back, each one more vivid and painful than the last. I
Evelyn's POV I looked Seth straight in the eye, my voice firm and unyielding. "Seth, let's get one thing clear," I said, my words dripping with finality. "I've been with Dylan ever since you left Jupiter Pack with Veronica. We've been together, and I'm happy with him."Seth's face froze, his eyes wide with shock and disappointment. I could see the last glimmer of hope in his eyes extinguished, like a candle flame snuffed out by a cold breeze. He looked like he had been punched in the gut, his breath knocked out of him.For a moment, we just stood there, the only sound the distant hum of the city. Then, I spoke up, my voice softening slightly. "Seth, take care of yourself, okay?" I said, my words a gentle farewell.Seth nodded, his eyes still wide with shock, but he didn't say anything. I turned to leave, my heels clicking on the pavement as I walked away from the past and towards the future.A sudden loud crash echoed through the air, making me jump. A heavy object had fallen from th
Evelyn's POV I watched as Seth was loaded into the helicopter that Dylan had sent, feeling a mix of relief and concern. It was a good thing that Seth was getting the medical attention he needed, but I couldn't shake the feeling that this was going to make things more complicated.As the helicopter took off, I followed in a separate vehicle, arriving at the central hospital just as Seth was being wheeled into the emergency room. I quickly completed the admission procedures, trying to stay focused despite the worry that was gnawing at me.As the medical staff began to attend to Seth, he looked up at me with a weak smile. "Evie," he said, his voice barely above a whisper.I felt a pang of guilt at the nickname, but I knew I had to be firm. "Seth, I appreciate what you did for me, but that doesn't change anything between us," I said, trying to keep my tone gentle but firm. "We're still strangers, nothing more."Seth's expression fell, but he nodded slightly, seeming to understand. I knew
Evelyn's POV Stella's false accusations continued to spill out of her mouth, each one more outrageous than the last. "You and Dylan manipulated me, used me as a pawn in your game," she spat, her eyes blazing with anger.I couldn't help but laugh at her absurd claims. "You're really something, Stella," I said, shaking my head. "You're the one who's been lying and manipulating people all along."Stella's face turned red with rage, but I continued, my voice calm and steady. "Remember when you first came to me, claiming that Luna Naomi had abused and beaten you? You said that's why you ran away from home."Stella's eyes flickered, and for a moment, I saw a glimmer of guilt. But she quickly covered it up with a scowl. "That's not the point," she said. "The point is that you and Dylan used me to get to Luna Naomi."I sighed, tired of her lies. "Stella, everything you said about Luna Naomi abusing you was a fabrication. Helen treated you like her own daughter, with love and kindness. You're
Evelyn's POV I gazed at Dylan, noticing the concern etched on his face as he processed the information I had just revealed. It was clear that he was worried about Kelly and the potential fallout from Lucy's sabotage. I felt a pang of mockery towards myself, thinking about how I had always prioritized Dylan's feelings and well-being, even when he didn't deserve it."I've preserved your dignity," I said, my voice laced with sarcasm. "Now it's time for us to break up." The words felt like a punch to my own gut, but I knew I had to say them. My heart ached at the thought of cutting ties with Dylan, but I was resolute. This relationship had to end.Dylan's eyes widened, and he looked like he had been slapped. He was speechless for a moment, before he regained his composure. His tone remained calm, but his face betrayed an undeniable unease."What do you mean?" he asked, his voice low and even. "Why do you want to break up with me all of a sudden?" He took a step closer to me, his eyes sea
Dylan's POV As I walked into the club, my eyes scanned the room, and my gaze landed on Evelyn. My mood instantly soured. I was still angry with her for the way she left me at the villa, without even giving me a chance to explain. But I couldn't do anything about it here, in public. I had to keep up appearances, for Kelly's sake, and for the sake of our families' business deal.Kelly tried to speak with me, but I wasn't paying attention. She asked me if I wanted to order a drink, and I finally turned to look at her. "What's up?" I asked, trying to sound casual, despite the turmoil brewing inside me.Kelly looked at me with concern. "Is everything okay? You seem a bit... off."I forced a smile. "I'm fine, thanks. You should order the drinks."Kelly looked disappointed, but I didn't care. I turned my gaze back to the crowd, searching for Evelyn again. I spotted her sitting with Freya, laughing and chatting like she didn't have a care in the world. My anger simmered, and I felt a pang of
Evelyn's pov I walked into the TV station, my assistant by my side, and was immediately greeted by the familiar sight of Lucy's smug face. I wasn't surprised to see her, given the events of the previous day. What did surprise me, however, was the hint of admiration that flickered in her eyes as she gazed at me."You're better than I expected," she said, her voice dripping with condescension. "I must admit, I didn't think you'd be able to see through my little trap so easily."I raised an eyebrow, intrigued by myself. "And what makes you think I'm interested in playing games with you, Lucy?" I asked, my tone neutral.Lucy smiled, a cold, calculating glint in her eye. "Oh, I think you'll find that we have a mutual interest, Evelyn," she said. "You see, I'm willing to support you in becoming Dylan's wife... on one condition."I felt a surge of wariness, my instincts screaming at me to be cautious. "What condition?" I asked, my voice steady.Lucy's smile grew wider. "I want you to help m
Evelyn's POV Celine's eyes slowly became teary and her lips started to quiver. "bitch!" She yelled, eyes directly at Kelly and then at me before she rushed out of the room with tears streaming down her face. I could tell by the look on her face that she was embarrassed and the tears were only because she didn't have her way around things."Did you see that? Did you see the way he defended her? Wow, so the Alpha king does have strong feelings for Kelly. That explains why he denied having a relationship with Evelyn.""I never thought the Alpha king would publicly deny his ties with Evelyn but it's clear now that their relationship was a sham, an act to shoo Celine away," their whispers grew with each second.My gaze landed on Kelly when she moved even closer to Dylan. His eyes were still locked on mine and there was no hint of emotion, exposing his thoughts. His face was stoic as he let Kelly gently caress his arm. "Did you really do that to push her away from you? But why do you use
Evelyn's POV I watched from afar as he wore the necklace on her. For that reason, the relief I felt was short-lived. Now it felt like I was being suffocated and my heart beat erratically within my ribcage. I couldn't even breathe. It was as if the air had grown thick and heavy, weighing me down with its oppressive presence. And then, like a spark igniting a flame, Celine appeared, her eyes flashing with mischief as she approached Dylan and Kelly.She pushed Kelly aside, her hands grasping for Dylan's arm like a lifeline. The movement was sudden, jarring, and it seemed to reverberate through the entire room. The conversations around us faltered, dying away into an uncomfortable silence."What do you think you're doing?" Celine's voice was sharp. Her face contorting into a frown as she looked at Kelly as if she was about to jump on her with a slight move. "I'm the one who will be engaged to Dylan's family in the future," Celine declared, her voice ringing out across the room.Everythi
Evelyn's POV I sat in the conference room, waiting for what felt like an eternity for Dylan's sister to arrive. Finally, the door swung open and a woman with an ethereal quality to her walked in. She was impossibly slender, with porcelain skin and delicate features. A brand-name bag dangled from her arm, and she smiled brightly as she greeted me."Evelyn, it's so lovely to meet you," she said, her voice like music. "I'm Lucy, Dylan's sister."As she spoke, I couldn't help but notice the subtle undertones of condescension in her voice. She was pretending to be friendly and interested, but beneath the surface, I sensed a patronizing attitude.Lucy's eyes flicked over me, taking in my appearance, and I could almost hear her thinking that I was somehow...beneath her. Her smile never wavered, but I sensed a subtle disdain emanating from her."It's lovely to meet you too, Lucy," I replied, trying to keep my tone neutral. But inside, I was seething. Who did she think she was, looking down o
Evelyn's POV I sat down on Dylan's lap, feeling his warmth and comfort. We leaned in, our lips meeting in a gentle kiss. The world around us melted away, and all that mattered was the two of us, lost in the moment.As we kissed, I felt my heart pounding in my chest. I was on the verge of confessing my feelings to Dylan, of telling him everything that had been bottled up inside me.But just as I was about to speak, Dylan's phone rang, shrill and insistent. He pulled back, apologetic, and glanced at the screen. A woman's name was displayed, and Dylan's expression changed."I'm sorry, Evelyn," he said, his voice distracted. "I have to take this."He answered the phone, listening for a moment before responding. I watched, feeling a pang of unease, as he spoke to the woman on the other end of the line."I'm sorry, Evelyn," he said again, hanging up the phone. "I have to go. Something's come up in the Silver Universe Pack."I looked up at Dylan, curiosity getting the better of me. "Who was
Evelyn's POV.Dr. Kelvin's words struck a chord within me. He seemed to see the inner turmoil that I was struggling with, and his gentle reminder to cherish the people who love me only made me feel more torn.Every day, I found myself wrestling with the decision of whether to end things with Dylan. I knew that our relationship was unlikely to have a future, that a family like Dylan's would never accept someone like me. I was damaged goods, after all.As I stood there, I felt a wave of uncertainty wash over me. I had always been so guarded, so careful about who I let into my inner world. The thought of opening up to someone, of sharing my deepest fears and insecurities, was terrifying.What if someone didn't understand me? What if they saw me as weak or fragile? I had always prided myself on my strength, on my ability to handle whatever life threw my way. The thought of showing vulnerability, of admitting that I wasn't okay, was daunting.But as I looked within myself, I saw a glimmer